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Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs First Nations Business Expo in Toowoomba

By Sarina Russo Editorial Team
Sarina Russo Team with a participant at the expo
Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs First Nations Business Expo in Toowoomba
From left, Anne de Silva, SRE Business Coach; Paul Edwards, SRE Team Leader; Geneene Meijer, granddaughter of Western Wakka Wakka Elder; Violet Geesu, SRG National Indigenous Services Manager; and Mel Richards, SRE National Operations Manager

Early this month, Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs proudly marked Indigenous Business Month invited to attending the South West and Darling Downs First Nations Business Expo in Toowoomba. This event celebrated the achievements and innovations of First Nations businesses, showcasing the talent, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of local entrepreneurs across the Darling Downs and South West regions.

The expo featured various business exhibits, networking opportunities, and access to valuable support resources. Attendees were able to form new partnerships, connect with industry leaders, and receive expert guidance on how to grow their businesses. By empowering First Nations entrepreneurs, the expo helped to build stronger, more resilient communities, setting the stage for long-term success.

Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs supports First Nations businesses not only during Indigenous Business Month but throughout the entire year through the Self-Employment Assistance Program. This program provides ongoing resources and mentorship to help First Nations entrepreneurs establish and grow their businesses, providing them with opportunities and promoting sustainable community development.

This Indigenous Business Month—and every month—let us continue to champion and uplift First Nations businesses through ongoing support and collaboration.

Want help to manage and grow your small business?

Sarina Russo offers accredited small business training that can help turn your business idea into reality. In conjunction with the Self-Employment Assistance program, Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs enables Australians to set up and run their own small business. The Self-Employment Assistance is 100% Australian Government funded.

Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs supports candidates as they complete Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. During this, candidates create a comprehensive business plan and a two-year financial cash forecast. SRE Trainers provide meaningful mentoring for the first twelve months.

Eligible candidates receive the training and support to create a viable business plan, in addition to obtaining a Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business.

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Sarina Russo Group acknowledges the First Nations Peoples of this Country, the traditional custodians connected to the land, water and community on which we live, work and help others to live their best lives. We also pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, who strive to build a better and more sustainable future for future generations to come.